The average train between Swindon and Carnforth takes 5h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon to Carnforth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Swindon and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 9:40 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 5h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Swindon to Carnforth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Carnforth station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.
Swindon to Carnforth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Carnforth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Swindon to Carnforth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Carnforth is 293.4 km. The road distance is 399 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Carnforth via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, and Lancaster in around 5h 26m.